--- product_id: 48852894 title: "Vater - Manhattan 7A - Ball Wood Tip - American Hickory Drumstick - VH7AW" brand: "vater" price: "€ 34.26" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Vater" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48852894-vater-manhattan-7a-ball-wood-tip-american-hickory-drumstick-vh7aw store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Durable lathe-turned wood tip Precision weight & tone matched Made in USA premium hickory Vater - Manhattan 7A - Ball Wood Tip - American Hickory Drumstick - VH7AW **Brand:** vater **Price:** € 34.26 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🥁 Own the beat with Vater’s legendary Manhattan 7A – where precision meets power. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Vater - Manhattan 7A - Ball Wood Tip - American Hickory Drumstick - VH7AW by vater - **How much does it cost?** € 34.26 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48852894-vater-manhattan-7a-ball-wood-tip-american-hickory-drumstick-vh7aw) ## Best For - vater enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vater brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Handcrafted Heritage:** Proudly made in the USA with hands-on craftsmanship and decades of innovation trusted by world-class drummers. - • **Stage & Studio Ready:** Engineered for versatility, these sticks deliver precision and aggression whether you’re recording or performing live. - • **Crafted for Consistency:** Each stick is computer-analyzed for perfect weight and tone matching, ensuring flawless balance every time. - • **Premium American Hickory:** Sourced from high-grade sapwood for superior durability, rebound, and feel that lasts through intense sessions. - • **Signature Manhattan 7A Design:** Longer and slightly heavier than standard 7A with a small round wood tip for crisp cymbal articulation and powerful strikes. ## Overview The Vater Manhattan 7A drumsticks are expertly handcrafted in the USA from premium American hickory, featuring a unique longer and slightly heavier design than standard 7A sticks. With computer-matched weight and tone, a durable wood tip, and a medium taper, these sticks offer exceptional balance, durability, and crisp cymbal definition. Trusted by top drummers worldwide, they combine heritage craftsmanship with modern precision for unmatched performance in any musical setting. ## Description From the manufacturer Unmatched Feel. Unrivalled Performance. The choice of top drummers worldwide, Vater drumsticks deliver precision, consistency, and handcrafted American quality backed by decades of innovation. With roots stretching back to the 1940s, Vater is one of the most respected names in percussion. Still family-owned and proudly made in the USA, Vater has earned its reputation through decades of dedication to the craft, a relentless focus on quality, and a deep connection to the drumming community. From jazz icons to rock gods, the world’s leading drummers trust Vater to deliver the tools they need to express their sound with confidence. What sets Vater apart isn’t just the sticks - it’s the standard. A standard built on heritage, innovation, and a hands-on approach that touches every stage of production. This is a brand that listens to players, refines the details, and never compromises. Whether you're stepping onto a stage or into a studio, you’re holding more than a drumstick. You’re holding a legacy. Performance. Precision. Craft. Legacy. A Legacy of Trust Trusted by world-class drummers across every genre, Vater stands for decades of innovation, artist collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable, responsible production. Superior Materials Only the best Hickory and Sugar Maple make the cut. Vater sources premium-grade American wood, using only the strongest outer sapwood for maximum durability, rebound, and feel. Engineered Consistency Each stick is tone- and weight-matched using computer analysis, then stress-relieved and kiln-dried to exacting specifications—for flawless feel, balance, and control every time. Handcrafted in the USA 100% of Vater drumsticks are crafted in the USA, combining advanced manufacturing with hands-on quality control for unmatched reliability and playability. Played by the World’s Best Vater drumsticks are trusted by the world’s top drummers across every genre. From Vinnie Colaiuta, Stewart Copeland (The Police), and Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) to Josh Freese, Brad Wilk (Rage Against The Machine), Cindy Blackman-Santana (Santana), and Max Weinberg (Bruce Springsteen), Vater’s artist roster reads like a who’s who of drumming excellence. Other standout names include Brandon Toews, Frank Ferrer (Guns N’ Roses), Greyson Nekrutman (Sepultura), Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon), Brian Frasier Moore (Pink), Elise Trouw, Ilan Rubin (Nine Inch Nails), Mike Mangini, Glen Sobel (Alice Cooper), Mike Wengren (Disturbed), and Carl Palmer (ELP). From arena tours to studio sessions, Vater is the stick of choice for countless musicians who demand precision, feel, and consistency they can count on. Review: Really good drumsticks - Great quality drumsticks. Review: Great sticks - Love these sticks ## Features - Made in the USA from high grade American hickory, Vater Drumsticks are made the same as they've always been, resulting in a consistent and durable drumstick: Hands-on craftsmanship, higher moisture content in the raw material, lathe turned, tumble finished and hand rolled. All Vater Drumsticks are tone and weight matched by computer analysis. - The Vater Manhattan 7A Wood Tip Drum drumsticks are lighter and thinner than the standard 5A drum drumstick. Slightly longer and heavier than a standard 7A the Manhattan 7A features a small round head for defined cymbal work and their extra length and weight ensures they still perform with power and aggression when required. - Wood Type: Hickory | Taper: Medium - Tip: Wood | Tip Shape: Ball - Stick Diameter: 0.540" | 1.37cm Stick Length: 16" | 40.64cm ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002CZQKA | | Best Sellers Rank | 4,223 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 84 in Drum Sticks | | Body Material | Hickory Wood | | Brand | Vater | | Brand Name | Vater | | Colour | Hickory Wood | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 750 Reviews | | Finish Type | Lacquered | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00641652018014 | | Included Components | drumsticks | | Item Dimensions | 40.6 x 1.4 x 1.4 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Drumsticks | | Item Weight | 91 g | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 40.6 x 1.4 x 1.4 centimetres | | Item weight | 91 g | | Manufacturer | Vater | | Material | Hickory | | Model Name | VH7AW | | Model Number | VH7AW | | Model name | VH7AW | | Part Number | VH7AW | | Product Warranty | 1 year limited warranty. | | Set Name | Vater VH7AW | | UPC | 310340100644 | | Unit Count | 1 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Vater - **Color:** Hickory Wood - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 16 x 0.54 x 0.54 inches - **Material:** Hickory Wood - **Model Name:** VH7AW ## Images ![Vater - Manhattan 7A - Ball Wood Tip - American Hickory Drumstick - VH7AW - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+kVqP4VCL.jpg) ![Vater - Manhattan 7A - Ball Wood Tip - American Hickory Drumstick - VH7AW - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/418CkifYj+L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good drumsticks *by A***U on 2 November 2024* Great quality drumsticks. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sticks *by A***N on 14 April 2026* Love these sticks ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality sticks. *by L***S on 20 June 2021* Great quality nicely balanced sticks. Sticks are a personal preference size, weight and brand so on, so everyone,s preferred choice is different. I like these 7A Vater sticks the first set I have purchased from Vater on par with American Classics I would say. ## Frequently Bought Together - Vater 7A Wood Tip Hickory Drum Sticks, Pair - Vater Los Angeles 5A Wood Tip Hickory Drum Sticks, Pair - Vater Power 5A Wood Tip Hickory Drum Sticks, Pair --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48852894-vater-manhattan-7a-ball-wood-tip-american-hickory-drumstick-vh7aw](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/48852894-vater-manhattan-7a-ball-wood-tip-american-hickory-drumstick-vh7aw) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-12*